C1750 French Or German Form Gentleman’s Sword With Etched Blade ‘1475’ (Possible Commemorative Date) & Ornate Cast Brass Fittings Sword

**SUPERB**ORNATE**C1750 French Or German Form Gentleman’s Sword With Etched Blade ‘1475’ (Possible Commemorative Date) & Ornate Cast Brass Fittings. Sn 19230 - 19230

This is a superb French Or German Form Gentleman’s Sword made C1750. The 31” steel blade has staining and patina consistent with age. The blade is engraved on both sides with running Hunting dogs or Lions, Martial arms and banners and ‘1475’ within panel (most likely commemorating a date in French or German history such as July 4 – Burgundian Wars: Edward IV of England lands in Calais, in support of the Duchy of Burgundy against France. August 29 – The Treaty of Picquigny ends the brief war between France and England. November 14 – The original Landshut Wedding takes place, between George, Duke of Bavaria, and Hedwig Jagiellon). The brass shell guard knuckle bow and pommel are heavily decorated on all surfaces with feasting scenes. The leather covered grip is copper wire bound. All leather and binding are undamaged, tight and secure. As is common of a sword of this age the sword is without scabbard. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 19230

£1,100.00